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$178+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Portland (DSM - PDX)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PDX
dic. 7 — dic. 141
sáb. 12/7
sáb. 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Portland are usually found in October or September, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Portland (PDX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated diciembre 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$450

Round-trip from

$178
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 2, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/272:39 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
dom. 1/512:45 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop22h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$558
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/62:50 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 58mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/85:00 amPDX - DSM
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$601
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/225:39 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/295:15 amPDX - DSM
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$606
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/295:40 amDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
dom. 1/512:56 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$631
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/276:30 amDSM - PDX
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
dom. 1/55:45 amPDX - DSM
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/1$736
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/42:24 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop9h 21mDelta
vie. 12/612:14 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/1$976
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/43:30 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop8h 49mAlaska Airlines
vie. 12/67:00 amPDX - DSM
2 stops11h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/1$981

Find flights from Des Moines to Portland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Portland that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated diciembre 2, 2024.

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Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

vie. 2/14

8:41 pm-12:37 am

1 stop5h 56m

Portland

lun. 2/24

6:32 am-7:41 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$178

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

mié. 1/15

6:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Portland

mié. 1/22

6:05 am-4:34 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$336

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

jue. 1/16

12:15 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Portland

jue. 1/23

12:03 pm-9:57 am

2 stops19h 54m

$339

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

mié. 1/15

9:00 am-7:02 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Portland

mié. 1/22

12:55 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$341

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

sáb. 1/11

11:30 am-7:50 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Portland

mié. 1/15

7:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$346

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

jue. 1/16

9:38 am-5:53 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Portland

jue. 1/23

12:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$372

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

jue. 1/16

5:39 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$203

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

vie. 1/17

6:10 am-12:55 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$208

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

jue. 1/16

12:15 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops8h 39m

$232

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

dom. 1/5

5:40 am-10:21 am

2 stops30h 41m

$308

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Portland in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Portland flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Portland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Portland

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Portland

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Portland including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Portland. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Portland is 21 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Portland?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Portland (average of $269). Flying from Des Moines to Portland in July is currently the most expensive (average of $341). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 2, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Portland in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Portland by month

Plan your trip to Portland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland ranges from 0.7 - 5.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Portland when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

Plan your trip to Portland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Portland. Reviews last updated diciembre 2, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
842 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Des Moines to Portland flight route?

    The Des Moines to Portland flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Portland round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Portland, with prices starting at $178. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $336 and $341, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 55% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Portland one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $203. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Portland for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Portland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Portland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Portland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Portland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Portland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Portland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Portland?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Portland (average of $269). Flying from Des Moines to Portland in July is currently the most expensive (average of $341). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Portland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Portland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated diciembre 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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